1946 Citroen 15 vs. 2002 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2002 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Hyundai Elantra (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1946 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Citroen 15 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1946 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Hyundai Elantra. (183 Nm). This means 1946 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Citroen 15 | 2002 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | 15 | Elantra |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2620 mm |
